26 Jun 1948
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Newspaper
Thomasville Times Enterprise
Location
Thomasville, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1948
Page
1
A fragmented mix of quotes and observations covers advertising deadlines, heat, democracy debates, political nerves, dress pricing, cinema audiences, morning music, car purchases for cash, and editorial trends, all reflecting press habits and public mood.
The passage hints Warren could seek the presidency in the future, suggesting potential readiness in four to eight years if he measures up.
A broad GOP pairing from coast to coast is highlighted as strong support for Dewey and Warren. The Dawes plan remains inactive, and citizens are urged to wait as the City Commission begins its legal process to fulfill voter will.
The piece argues that any community can benefit when its young men and women join in debate. It praises Thom asville's young people for their sagacity alertness and fine principles and predicts they will soon take the lead unless mistaken.
Rumors say the United Nations may move its headquarters if Congress does not approve a sixty million dollar loan. Some fear New York’s influence and subsidy concerns, while others suggest locating the UN elsewhere in the United States to avoid domination by dominant elements in one city.
City leaders urge Route 41 to pass through main streets to aid traffic. Plans include widening streets in Thomasville and paving projects on Clay Street to Vashti and the Metcalfe road, with several county road repairs approved for this year.
The Georgia gubernatorial race heats up as Thompson fronts a broad coalition backing a bid to defeat Talmadge. Ex governors Rivers Arnall Howell Nix Fortson Roberts Carmichael and others join to boost Thompson aided by radio funding, while lingering enmities temper the effort and some doubt Thompson can overcome Talmadge.
The piece recalls how radio provides first hand news and colorful asides from a convention. It notes enthusiastic but stilted speeches, reporters guiding broadcast flow, and personalities like Mrs. C B Luce and Irene Dunn shaping impressions of candidates and the political outlook.
The Nation Today notes the Dewey Warren ticket as the youngest major ticket in years. It discusses Dewey's Albany style decisions with Warren as a stabilizing partner and weighs Halleck as a potential running mate and the implications for future presidencies.
Meigs Ga June 26 Reverend Tom A Whiting Meigs Methodist Pastor attends South Georgia Methodist Conference in Cordele this week with Lay Representative Earl Dollar. The conference runs Wednesday through Saturday with Rev Whiting staying with Mr and Mrs Dutch Wilkes, former residents of Meigs.
Georgia delegates gather in Atlanta amid high spirits as Southern leaders push for dry planks in the party platform. Louis Moore is among top contenders for commander of the Georgia American Legion while Thomasville attorney Thomas Moore is also noted. Thirty entries so far for the tenth Annual golf tournament and the Fourth of July Golf Classic promise a record year.
Methodist and Baptist Churches invite all to Sunday School at regular time on June 27. Classes for all ages with capable teachers, lessons taught in an engaging manner. A joint church bus helps rural families attend. Visitors and strangers are welcomed.
In a tense city street scene J D pressures Yates to reveal plans as he avoids confrontation near a police station. Ben Singer proposes a new bodyguard job with La Thatcher looming, while Holmgren is suspended and a police pickup closes in on Yates.
A farmer recalls a collie that remembered a former owner after years apart and traveled to reunite. The piece argues instinct as a dominant force in canine behavior and contrasts it with human learning. It also covers dog care tips, sun exposure, diet, and a reader Q A on dog routines and canned fish.
Eastern Standard Time timetable shows arrivals and departures among Montgomery Savannah Atlanta Tampa and other key stops. Through sleepers connect Montgomery Savannah New York Jax and Chicago with limited frequency noted for Streamlined Coach trains every third day and daily service excluding Sundays. Reservations available via Wells Tkt Agt phone.
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